2 Black cadets face diversity challenges and low graduation rates at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado.
2 Black cadets face diversity struggles at the elite US Air Force Academy in Colorado. Among a class of 1,071 freshmen, only 112 are Black. A decade-long average of 66% graduation rate for Black cadets highlights the issue. In their first year, cadets must run on narrow marble strips across the Terrazzo plaza daily, which is said to help instill urgency and attention to detail. Older cadets share coping strategies for navigating the challenging environment.
March 30, 2024
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